Page ContentThe three most common causes of a bathroom exhaust fan fires are:Failing to clean the fan.Running the fan for extended periods of time and overheating the motor.Faulty wiring.Maintaining Bathroom Exhaust Fans Tips:Inspect and clean all bathroom exhaust fans regularly. Read the use and care instruction from the manufacturer before cleaning the fan.For bathroom exhaust fans that are not easily accessible for regular cleaning, appear to have heat damage or use blades that do not rotate freely – they should be replaced with thermally protected units. Hire a licenced electrician to replace any exhaust fan.Bathroom exhaust fans should not be used for prolonged periods of time and should be turned off when you leave the house. It is recommended to install a timer switch to a bathroom exhaust fan, so it will turn off automatically after a pre-determined time.
